The political system is one known for its rigidity, its local bosses, its stern discipline, and i... more The political system is one known for its rigidity, its local bosses, its stern discipline, and its use of the spoils system of rewards for services rendered. It rejects individuals of high integrity and ability in favour of pliant henchmen. A charge could be laid that party has replaced Parliament as the central institution in the political life of the country, and that the Prime Minister and Cabinet, combining the dual roles of leaders of the majority party and government ministers, have come to control the State.
The political system is one known for its rigidity, its local bosses, its stern discipline, and i... more The political system is one known for its rigidity, its local bosses, its stern discipline, and its use of the spoils system of rewards for services rendered. It rejects individuals of high integrity and ability in favour of pliant henchmen. A charge could be laid that party has replaced Parliament as the central institution in the political life of the country, and that the Prime Minister and Cabinet, combining the dual roles of leaders of the majority party and government ministers, have come to control the State.
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